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Children With ADHD Have More Parasitic and Infectious Diseases. Here's What That Actually Means.

A 2022 study found children with ADHD had higher rates of intestinal parasites, and a large Israeli cohort of 50,000+ children found more infections overall. Real findings - but not proof that parasites cause ADHD, and definitely not a reason to try deworming as treatment.

Jul 09, 2026 Read more →

♾️ Science

Science ⏱ 8 min

Your Gut Talks to Your Neurodivergent Brain. Here's What's Real and What's Myth.

Around 1 in 3 autistic people have gastrointestinal problems, and gut symptoms track with sensory, sleep and behavioral difficulties. The gut-brain axis is real science - but "diets that cure autism" are not. An honest, sourced breakdown.

Jul 07, 2026 Read more →

Mental Health ⏱ 7 min

Ultra-Processed Foods and ADHD in Children: What Does the Science Actually Say?

You may have seen the claim on social media that removing processed foods cuts ADHD symptoms by 64%. The study is real, but the story is more nuanced than the headline suggests.

May 23, 2026 Read more →

🧠 Nutrition

Nutrition ⏱ 12 min

ADHD and Nutrition: How What You Eat Shapes Your Focus

Science confirms it: diet directly influences dopamine, attention and impulsivity in ADHD. Discover the foods, deficiencies and strategies that change everything.

Apr 13, 2026 Read more →

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